Gender Identity and autism

Many people are uncertain about things like gender orientation/sexual orientation (am I attracted to men or women or both?) and gender identity (am I male, female, neither/both?). This is also true for autistic people. Several studies have shown that autistic people are more likely to be gender diverse than neurotypical people. 

If this is something you would like to find out more about these links may be helpful.

Resources

  • National Autistic Society - The National Autistic Society has some information about autism and gender identity. 
  •  NHS - The NHS also provides some information about gender dysphoria 
  • Spectrum - This article explores gender diversity and why it tends to be more varied among autistic people than in the general population. 
  • Video content - Ask Dr Tony discussion (Approx 11 minutes): Gender dysphoria. Subjects that are addressed include:  
    • What is it?  

    • What Does Gender Dysphoria Feel Like?  

    • What Might Be the Cause?  

    • Role Fulfilment?  

    • Sexual Attraction?  

    • How Should Parents Respond to a Child Experiencing Gender Dysphoria?  

    • How Should Parents Discuss Gender Dysphoria with Family?  

    • Advice for those Experiencing Gender Dysphoria. 

    •   Start times for each section can be found below presentation 

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